Information Technology Architect 1 (Network Solution)

New York State; Pennsylvania; Remote; USD 96,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

A state agency is seeking an Information Technology Architect 1 (Network Solution) to design and maintain network infrastructure for critical systems. The role involves managing network devices, ensuring performance, and implementing solutions. Candidates should have six years of IT experience and relevant certifications. This position offers a permanent full-time role with a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Generous benefits package

Paid time off

Health care benefits

Qualifications

• Six years of IT experience with a focus on network engineering.
• Experience in IT network solution architecture and management.
• Familiarity with industrial control systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement network architectures for OT environments.
• Configure and maintain network devices in OT environments.
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues.

Skills

Network engineering

Project management

Network administration

Troubleshooting

Wireless networking

Tools

Network monitoring tools

SCADA systems

Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)

Job description

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Agency: Information Technology Services, Office of

Occupational Category: I.T. Engineering, Sciences

Salary Grade: 25

Bargaining Unit: PS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary Range: $96,336 to $121,413 Annually

Employment Type: Full-Time

Appointment Type: Permanent

Travel Percentage: 0%

Workweek: Mon-Fri

Workday

From 9 AM to 5 PM

Flextime allowed: No

Mandatory overtime: No

Compressed workweek allowed: No

Telecommuting allowed: Yes

County: Albany

Street Address: 50 Wolf Road, Floor 2

City: Albany

State: NY

Job Description

The New York State Office of Information Technology Services (ITS) provides operational support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days of the year, supporting more than 4,900 applications for 53 New York State Agencies.

The New York State Department of Transportation (DOT) Office of Traffic Safety and Mobility (OTSM) and ITS are in year one of five years, implementing a Technology Plan designed to improve both safety and mobility by enhancing, streamlining, and improving resiliency of transportation system management and operations (TSMO) strategies.

Under the direction of the Director of IT/OT Convergence within Dedicated Support, Department of Transportation (DOT), the Information Technology Architect 1 (Network Solution) will be responsible for the design, implementation, maintenance, and support of network infrastructure supporting critical Operational Technology (OT) systems within the transportation environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement network architectures for OT environments
• Configure and maintain network devices in OT environments
• Implement and manage network segmentation
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues
• Manage and maintain wireless networks in industrial environments
• Implement and manage remote access solutions for OT systems

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications: Six (6) years of broad information technology (IT) experience, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of network engineering, IT network solution project management, IT network solution architecture, network administration or other IT networking-related specialty and its application within large-scale organizations.

Preferred Qualifications: Relevant IT networking industry certification, such as Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or higher, strong understanding of networking protocols and technologies, experience with network monitoring and management tools, proficiency in configuring and managing network devices, and knowledge of industrial control systems (ICS) and SCADA systems.

Benefits

Generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including holiday and paid time off, health care benefits, and additional benefits such as New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership and NYS Deferred Compensation.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume, indicating that you are applying for the Information Technology Architect 1 (Network Solution) position and including the Vacancy ID (198798) in the subject of your email.